HURRICANE IRMA has prompted living former Presidents to launch the One America Appeal to help those affected by the devastating Category 5 storm.

Presidents George HW Bush, Barack Obama, George W Bush, Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter appeared without Donald Trump to promote the campaign as NOAA path updates show Hurricane Irma on course to hit Florida.

On Thursday night, President Donald Trump gave his endorsement to the One America Appeal on Twitter after the five former Presidents reached out to Americans to offer their support.

Mr Trump tweeted: “We will confront ANY challenge, no matter how strong the winds or high the water.

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Hurricane Irma update: Donald Trump endorses One America Appeal

I’m proud to stand with Presidents for #OneAmericaAppeal

Donald Trump

“I’m proud to stand with Presidents for #OneAmericaAppeal.”

The One America Appeal directly asked American residents to donate toward the rebuilding efforts, which are estimated to cost around $180 billion at this point.